Pende Ivoren Ikhoko from Democratic Republic of Congo

Description

DRC Pende Ivoren Ikhoko from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). H 7.5 Cm. This item comes from the Pende people. Dated approximately mid 20th century. A finally carved ivory head of a chief.

A finely carved ivory head presenting a dramatic visage composed of a bulging forehead a thick v-shaped brow. Down turned eyes, a closed mouth with expressive lips. You can see from the carving it is high This head consist of wonderful patina.

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Additional information

Weight

62 g

Dimensions

7 × 4 cm

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